The Duke's Rules Of Engagement

Jennifer Haymore

Sep 2022 · The Lions and Lilies Book 1 · Sold by Entangled: Amara

About this ebook

Some matches are made in hell...

Joanna Porter loves being one of London’s hottest up-and-coming matchmakers. But her heavenly vocation is about to turn into a nuptial nightmare—thanks to the Duke of Crestmont. He’s as handsome as he is insufferable and obsessed with all things proper. Matching him would cement Jo’s status as England’s greatest matchmaker. Except, of course, the impossible-to-please duke refuses all of her most eligible ladies...confirming his status as a complete and utter pain in her petticoats.

The Duke of Crestmont can’t believe he needs a matchmaker—let alone this spitfire of a woman whose kissable mouth and dancing, impertinent gray eyes tease him ruthlessly. But the people of his estate are counting on him to find a duchess. A proper lady with a flawless pedigree and immaculate deportment. So why can’t he stop himself from wanting his pert, lively matchmaker...instead of the perfect duchess?

Now the entire ton is watching as this determined, audacious matchmaker takes on the most powerful man in London in USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Haymore’s lively new Regency romp. And this show might just be the most outrageous one yet...

Each book in The Lions and Lilies series is STANDALONE:
* The Duke's Rules Of Engagement
* A Lady's Rules for Ruin

Ratings and reviews

A duke falls in love with the matchmaker he hired to find him a wife. I loved the grumpy/sunshine story. Matthew was so funny with his haughty, aloof air—acting as if he could acquire a wife the same way he acquired a waistcoat. Joanna put him in his place, showing a spirit he rarely encountered. These two are a perfect match! Thanks, NetGalley, for the ARC I received. This is my honest and voluntary review.

The Duke's Rules of Engagement by Jennifer Haymore, set in 1817 London, is a lovely historical romance with great messages and a wonderful love story. Jo and Matthew have a wonderful love story filled with great banter and chemistry. Joanna Porter, a matchmaker, believes in love, despite not finding it for herself. She works hard to provide for her family, often placing the needs of others ahead of her own. Matthew Leighton, the Duke of Crestmont, similarly regularly thinks of others and not him

I thought this was a very fun read. The story was cute and the characters likable. Joanna and Mathew generated some solid sparks and steam, and I liked them a lot as a couple and as individuals. Clever banter and humor are sprinkled throughout and altogether it all creates a delightful read that I truly enjoyed. I am electing to post a candid review.

About the author

USA Today bestselling author Jennifer Haymore is the author of over a dozen award-winning historical romances. When she’s not dreaming up scandal in Regency England, you’ll likely find her avidly listening to an audiobook while sailing, walking her spoiled husky, or on an airplane heading off to visit the exciting locale of her next novel. Jennifer loves reading romance and writing happily ever afters, and she’s grateful to all her readers for giving her an opportunity to share her stories with the world.

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